Principal Hardware Task Lead - Air Traffic Solutions; Onsite

Job Details

• Date Posted:
• Country:
  United States of America
• Location:
  
  US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA3 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 3
• Position Role Type:
  Onsite
• U.S. Citizenship required:
  Yes
• Security Clearance:
  None/Not Required
• Employer:
  
  Collins Aerospace, an RTX company

Hardware Lead – Air Traffic Systems (ATS), a senior‑level position requiring deep understanding of hardware engineering principles. The role involves design, development, and implementation of next‑generation Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Weather Data Reporting systems, plus support to existing fielded systems.

• Lead the hardware design and development efforts for COTS‑based ATC programs, ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Software, Systems, and Quality to deliver integrated solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Oversee the entire hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production and deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Interface with Program Management, hardware engineers, and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in hardware engineering, with at least 3 years in hardware lead or control account manager role.
• Degree in STEM or an advanced degree with at least 5 years relevant experience.
• Proven track record of leading hardware development projects from concept to production while managing budgets and driving schedule.
• Strong understanding of COTS hardware infrastructure design, including selection and testing of processors and networking equipment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills for complex hardware issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and practices on externally reported programs, including estimates at complete, latest revised estimates, cost and schedule variance narratives, and baseline change requests.
• U.S. citizenship required.

• Experience developing a complete COTS‑based hardware design and verifying the design via integration with test plans and formal testing activities.
• Knowledge of environmental testing and qualification processes.
• Previous experience working in a defense or aerospace company.
• Experience with proposal estimation and Basis of Estimate (BOE) writing.
• Experience documenting and implementing improvements for hardware design processes.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contribution, including Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health fertility and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc medical experts second‑opinion program.
• May be eligible for relocation assistance.

Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

The role is a U.S.

-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.